Seventy-one villages on Bhubaneswar's outskirts are formally requesting integration into the municipal corporation to access improved water supply, sanitation, roads, and other urban amenities currently lacking in their areas.
In a major urban infrastructure overhaul, Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation now directly manages 316km of internal drains to revolutionize the city's drainage system and prevent monsoon flooding.
Two men tragically drowned in basement flooding during sudden, intense rainfall that overwhelmed New York's drainage systems, prompting emergency responses and weather warnings.
Exclusive 2025 rankings reveal India's most polluted urban centers. Discover which cities topped the dirtiest list and the critical factors behind their poor environmental performance.
Heavy rains and fierce winds from Cyclone Montha have claimed at least six lives across Telangana, causing severe flooding and infrastructure damage. Multiple districts remain on high alert.
New York authorities issue urgent flood advisory as torrential rains combine with high tide, causing Hudson River to overflow and threatening coastal communities.
Major storm system threatens US East Coast with heavy rainfall and flooding concerns. NWS warnings in effect from New England to Mid-Atlantic. Halloween plans at risk as weather system intensifies.
Heavy rainfall from Cyclone Michaung floods Warangal and Hanamakonda, displacing over 2,000 residents as emergency services launch massive rescue operations across Telangana.
Exploring the social breakdown in Indian metros like Mumbai, where gated communities and digital isolation have replaced traditional neighbourhood bonds and children's play spaces.
BJP legislators storm out of J&K Assembly after Speaker denies immediate debate on recent catastrophic flooding, escalating political tensions over disaster response.
Heavy rainfall triggered by Cyclone Montha causes widespread flooding, landslides, and infrastructure damage across Nepal, prompting emergency response and high alert status.
Haryana's Rohtak launches massive anti-encroachment campaign to reclaim public spaces, improve infrastructure, and ensure urban safety. Learn why this drive has become essential.
Powerful Hurricane Melissa batters Jamaica with catastrophic consequences - 7 fatalities confirmed, widespread flooding, and devastating winds leave trail of destruction. Latest updates on the deadly storm.
Hurricane Melissa batters Jamaica with catastrophic flooding, turning urban streets into raging rivers. Watch viral videos showing the Caribbean island's devastating weather crisis and emergency response efforts.
India's urban planning crisis goes beyond land use. Discover why integrated planning focusing on mobility, environment, and governance is crucial for sustainable cities.
A comprehensive Detailed Project Report by Dutch experts presents transformative solutions to tackle Guwahati's chronic flooding through the Bahini Basin project.
Groundbreaking study reveals alarming land subsidence affecting major Indian metropolitan areas, with Delhi-NCR and Kolkata facing the highest risk of gradual sinking.
Groundbreaking study reveals alarming land subsidence across five Indian megacities, threatening infrastructure and millions of residents with Delhi and Kolkata most affected.
Discover how millions of urban Indians are turning their daily travel into opportunities for better health, fitness, and mental wellness with these practical strategies.
Popular tourist destinations Hue and Hoi An face unprecedented flooding as Vietnam experiences record-breaking rainfall, disrupting travel plans and local life.
In a landmark move, the Reserve Bank of India has approved municipal bonds for repo and reverse repo deals, creating a new asset class and boosting urban infrastructure financing across Indian cities.
A Delhi-based software engineer's emotional Reddit post about leaving India due to poor infrastructure goes viral, resonating with thousands and igniting nationwide discussion about urban living conditions.
UNESCO World Heritage sites in central Vietnam face devastating floods with water levels reaching alarming heights, disrupting tourism and local life.
Discover how Pune's once-vibrant Jyotiba Phule Art Plaza has fallen into neglect, leaving citizens disappointed and demanding restoration of this cultural landmark.
Discover how India's ancient urban planning wisdom is inspiring sustainable, tech-driven cities of tomorrow. From Varanasi's ghats to Jaipur's grid systems, learn how heritage meets innovation.
Severe Cyclone Remal intensifies ahead of landfall, putting both urban and rural Bengaluru districts at high risk of flash floods. IMD warns of extremely heavy rainfall and issues critical alerts for Karnataka.
Senior IAS officer Arijit Chatterjee appointed as CEO of both Gurugram and Faridabad Metropolitan Development Authorities, bringing unified leadership to NCR's key growth corridors.
Patiala witnesses significant urban development as construction begins on new road network at Sheesh Mahal enclave, enhancing connectivity and preserving heritage.
Jamaica faces unprecedented danger as Hurricane Beryl, the earliest Category 5 storm in Atlantic history, unleashes devastating winds and life-threatening storm surge. Critical updates on evacuation efforts and emergency preparations.
Two employees of Erode Cooperative Urban Bank face serious charges after allegedly misappropriating gold jewellery worth lakhs from bank lockers. The shocking fraud was uncovered during an internal audit.